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Seven Dunedin game developers granted $450k

The funding, which is part of a wider $10 million allocation, is designed to create and nurture the game development industry in the region.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Nov 2020

Gaming

NZ gaming industry thriving as revenue skyrockets

The industry could potentially be worth $1 billion dollars by 2025 if it continues its 39% average annual growth.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2020

Gaming

Founded in an Auckland garage, acquired by global colossus

A Kiwi video game developer known worldwide for 'Path of Exile' has announced a majority acquisition from Chinese giant Tencent.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd May 2018

Global Stories

Game developers stories

Lenovo

Lenovo unveils Legion 9i with 3D display for creators & gamers

Lenovo unveils Legion 9i (18, 10), a gaming laptop with top-tier specs and AI features, launching June 2025 at EUR €4,499 for gamers and creators alike.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025

Gaming

Xsolla report reveals video game industry trends & EU regulatory shifts

Xsolla's latest report spotlights game development trends, EU regulations favouring developers, and a 25% job growth prediction in the industry by 2032.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024

Marketing Technologies

Adobe integrates Firefly AI into Substance 3D for game devs

Adobe introduces Firefly-powered generative AI features into its Substance 3D design platform, enhancing efficiency and creative potential for game developers and VFX professionals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024

Gaming

k-ID unveils global gaming safety platform for age-appropriate app dev

Tech firm k-ID introduces revolutionary platform to ensure global gaming safety compliance and providing age-appropriate experiences for young gamers.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Mar 2024

Gaming

NVIDIA releases the GeForce RTX 4060 game-ready driver

The NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture at the heart of the GeForce RTX 4060 delivers a massive upgrade, with AI-powered DLSS 3, and supercharging creative apps.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Jun 2023

Gaming

Booming NZ games sector earning more than Australia's

New data shows New Zealand's interactive games industry earns a third more than its Australian counterpart while employing half as many people.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Dec 2022

NZTech

Kiwi tech sector grows, boosted by game development and local IT companies

New Zealand's tech sector, including game development and local IT companies, is driving continued growth, according to NZTech.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Jan 2021

Gaming

Lenovo picks budding Kiwi game developer as 'Legion Epprentice'

Lenovo has announced the winner of its Lenovo Legion Epprenticeship, an initiative created to encourage budding developers wanting a career in gaming.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jul 2020

Gaming

Singapore-based Garena buys game studio Phoenix Labs

Garena, part of Sea Limited, has acquired Canadian game studio Phoenix Labs to boost its global game development capabilities and market reach.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2020

iOS

Animoca Brands acquires San Fran gaming company behind Power Rangers

In a major move, Animoca Brands acquires the San Francisco-based gaming firm nWay for AUD $11.4 million, aiming to tap into competitive gaming markets.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2019

Gaming

2K Games' new studio Cloud Chamber will develop next BioShock game

Cloud Chamber has already started work on the next BioShock game, which is expected to spend several years in development, according to 2K.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2019

Gaming

PAX AUS reveals this year's Indie Showcase winners

PAX Australia announces winners of its AUS Indie Showcase, featuring games like Wayward Strand and Ring of Pain.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2019

Blockchain

JPlay & DGames bring blockchain to eSports

JPlay is one of the world's first blockchain-powered eSports platforms, launched this month in Taipei, Taiwan.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Nov 2018

Stories from Other Regions

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Gaming

Artificial Agency launches AI behaviour model for video games

Artificial Agency launches alpha of its AI behaviour software, enabling dynamic, adaptive agents in video games for select studios in a pilot program.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Sat, 12th Jul 2025